China Buffet

I'm trying out this soul food restaurant for the first time today…read more I've ordered the fried shrimp basket with cabbage and potato salad. They have unsweetened tea and they have Splenda. I've also ordered the beef liver and onions with cabbage and macaroni and cheese to go for supper. The shrimp, cabbage and potato salad were very delicious! The liver was a little tough and not as enjoyable. The macaroni and cheese is delicious. The hospitality was good.

Friendly service, great atmosphere with lots of history posted all over. Food was the bast we've…read morehad in a while.

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Fried Fish (Whiting) Dinner

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Golden Corral Buffet & Grill

2.9(98 reviews)

0.7 mi

We come here often and always have a great experience. Plenty of options to pick from and the wait…read morestaff is always friendly and gets whatever you need. Plenty of options for the price. It can get busy but that's to be expected.

This was my first time at a Golden Corral ever and i cannot believe I've never been. The staff were…read moreso friendly. Brandon was our waiter and was the best. The food was overwhelming options and fresh. To be honest I was expecting it to be cold or dry or taste odd but it was all hot and good quality and very tasty. Well worth the money. Absolutely will be going back.

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Lucky Garden

3.5(13 reviews)

1.1 mi

Shrimp fried rice and veggies are nice hot and tasty. Chicken is fresh. Tea is southern without the…read moresyrup.

Excellent food -- always consistent. Reasonable pricing. Fast service. Highly recommend.read more

Cicis Pizza

3.0(31 reviews)

0.6 mi

I've been coming to Cici's Pizza for quite some time, and to be honest, there was a period where…read morethings really went downhill. Under the previous management, the experience was disappointing--cleanliness was an issue, customer service felt unfriendly, and the buffet was almost always lacking. Many times there would only be one pizza out, and even then, it didn't feel fresh. It got to the point where I stopped coming altogether. I decided to give it another try today and found out they're now under new management--and the difference is night and day. The restaurant was noticeably cleaner, the buffet was fully stocked with fresh options, and the overall atmosphere felt welcoming again. What stood out the most was the manager. I had the chance to speak with him and he was incredibly respectful, humble, and genuinely appreciative of feedback. You can tell he cares about both the customers and the quality of the establishment. It's clear that the new management is putting in the effort to turn things around, and it shows. I'm really glad I gave Cici's Pizza another chance--this is the experience I remember and hoped to see again. Thank you for the improvements and for creating a much better environment for your customers.

The food was fresh and the service was amazing they are always friendly and helpful the place is…read morealways clean

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Hokkaido Japanese Steakhouse

3.0(168 reviews)

3.6 mi

Their sushi/special rolls are fantastic and as good of quality as California sushi. They are…read morefriendly and provide quick service. Their restaurant is clean and they have quite a large space. I get sushi here about once a week, more or less. So glad I finally found a good place.

Very inconsistent, you will never get the same sushi. For example I order a sushi roll with…read morecucumber and cucumber it a a .2 cm of cucumber that was acceptable to the owner amongst 2p scallops for the 3 separate dinner meals.( he said it was weighed) no if you're Blk, you get less food. I returned it all never will come back

Hibachi Filet Mignon and Shrimp Hibachi Combo

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Top's China Restaurant

2.9(19 reviews)

1.9 mi

Fresh food, good taste. Top's China cooked the best Shrimp eggfu yung, shrimp fried rice and egg…read morerolls

Nice family owned restaurant. My go to is always the white meat general tsos chicken and veggie…read morefried rice and my hubby always goes for the hot and sour soup.. great little spot for hot Chinese food!

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Why is the rice yellow and chicken red?

The Boathouse at City Point

4.0(658 reviews)

6.8 mi

•$$$

My review. The…read moreBroiled Seafood Combination platter from The Boathouse at City Point delivers an exceptional waterfront dining experience with an amazing view. Presentation & Variety: The dish is a beautifully orchestrated showcase of premium seafood textures and clean flavors. The plate centers around a high-quality, lightly browned lump Blue crab cake resting atop a smooth bed of rich whipped potatoes. Individual Components: The Crab Cake: Features a golden-brown crust with minimal filler. It is packed with sweet, tender lump crab meat and garnished nicely with fresh herbs. Although there were a few remnants of crab shell within the cake, this was my favorite part of the entire meal as the authentic flavor of Blue Crab was abundant. The Scallops: Four large sea scallops were seared to perfection on one side, displaying an appetizing caramelization while remaining incredibly tender and juicy inside. The Shrimp: Five large, plump, tail-on shrimp circle the right side of the plate. They are beautifully cooked, retaining a vibrant pink color and snappy bite. The Sides: Fresh green asparagus spears rest in the center, providing a crisp, earthy contrast to the rich seafood. I don't eat veggies, so I didn't touch the asparagus. Would have taken a substitute, but the restaurant would not honor my request to substitute. Which is the reason for the service rating of 4.0, although the waitress did an amazing job. A bright lemon wedge and a side of robust cocktail sauce round out the plate perfectly, although neither was needed to make this meal taste any better. Bonus: They did give me a 10% discount on my food, therefore bumped my 3.0 rating of service to a 4.0. Would have been a 4.5 if Google allowed half star ratings. Highly recommend.

Warning long post- The women's restroom floor is filthy,…read more obviously hasn't been mopped in a while it was sticky and build up of dirt in the corners, - made me wonder how the kitchen looked. Also, one of the soap dispensers had no soap - there's a handicap stall, but the door into the bathroom isn't handicap accessible. Now the food - for "Starters" we ordered oyster Rockerfeller - too much spinach, not enough Parmesan cheese, bacon bits were larger than expected (pleasant surprise) for hubby. I had the broiled seafood combo (scallops, shrimp, and crab cake with Yukon gold mash potatoes & asparagus ...not bad, but not great My husband got the grilled chicken Florentine - he was disappointed with the portion size and was expecting the chicken to be a full breast stuffed with the mushrooms, etc and served over the pasta, not cut up pieces and everything mixed together. Needless to say overall we were disappointed and more than likely will not return. And BTW this was not our 1st visit, just the 1st time we weren't happy with the experience.

Appetizers

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Peach cobbler old fashioned

Wabi Sabi

3.4(373 reviews)

1.3 mi

Wanted to try this sushi restaurant out, and it didn't disappoint!! I recommend the edamame and…read moremiso soup as an appetizer! The miso soup was the best I have ever had, with more flavor than at many other places. The service was nice, as my boyfriend and I were constantly getting checked on. I loved the restaurant's energy and thought it had a cute charm! I would definitely recommend it to everyone!

Great food and service. Unique drinks and well done. Good vibes and huge selection of sushi.read more

Sabi, Smoked Salmon with rice, Tempura, and Crab Rolls, Deeeelish

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Peach Sake for Dessert!

Yummy Bowl

4.4(43 reviews)

0.5 mi

Today I tried Yummy Bowl for the first time and ordered takeout. As soon as you walk in, the…read moreambiance is amazing--it feels like you're stepping into a restaurant in Japan. The décor is unique, beautiful, and really adds to the experience. While I was waiting for my order, I asked a few customers if they had been there before. Every single one of them said the same thing: "The food is so good, we keep coming back for more!" Once I got home and tried my meal, I completely understood why. The food was absolutely amazing! The portions were generous too--I couldn't even finish all of it! I'll definitely be back, and I highly recommend giving it a try. 5/5 Stars!

This is such a fun concept, well executed. Build your own hibachi!…read more My friend was on the hunt for an eatery that provides meat for her (omnivore) but also a satisfying plant-based meal for me (vegan). She found the perfect place. How it works: Guests are seated, given a card to denote table number, name, rice preferences and special instructions, if any. Order drinks at the table. The server gives each person a bowl which you then go and fill with raw ingredients, buffet style. Your bowl, card and sauces are left on a tray. Once grilled by the hibachi chefs, the food is put on a bed of rice and returned to you steaming hot and delicious. Pricing: Regular dinner bowls are $15. For $5 more, you can convert your order to "all you can eat" and repeat the process, as my friend did. Fountain drinks are automatically bottomless. This was a really fun way to enjoy dinner with my friend. I would love to come back with her again sometime. My only criticism is, despite the appearance of the raw food being bright and fresh, the texture and taste gave the impression that much of the produce I had in my bowl was from frozen. And although the price was quite reasonable for a filling dinner meal, it always feels strange to me to pay the same amount for vegetables as someone loading up on shrimp/ squid/ beef/ chicken, etc. I wish there was a discount when forgoing animal remains. YES: Vegan friendly YES: Family friendly

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Sino Wok

3.0(1 review)

0.5 mi

I'm concerned about the welfare of the little girl working as a cashier at this establishment. I…read moreknow that times are tough, but she looks like she's nine years old and doing her family's work. Ah well, at least this is okay food. Nothing spectacular about Americanized Chinese cuisine in a mall food court in suburban Virginia, but at least Sino Wok gets the job done and is of acceptable quality, which is more than what could be said about a lot of other Chinese restaurants in the area. I got noodles, chicken, and mushrooms here for lunch one day and it was all right. Very cheap and slimy; you get what you pay for here. The food is already cooked and sitting out for display as you order it, so it might as well be buffet-quality food without the all-you-can-eat option. That doesn't stop the food from being tasty, though. I don't know whether it would be healthy to eat from here repeatedly, but it wasn't bad during my single visit.

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Michael A.

7 years ago

This place is great for crab legs. There not like a lot of Chinese restaurants. The crab legs are piled high and always refill as soon as there low. It is a little high 30 a person but the only place better for crab legs is Capt Georges but further. If you want crab legs in the Richmond surrounding area nobody comes close. It truly is all you can eat. read more

Annie f.

4 years ago

stopped by with my family over the weekend. nice service, food was fresh & warm, and it tasted really good! definitely coming back

I P.

2 years ago

Racist Chinese woman watched me as I ate and followed me out as I paid for my meal. I do not recommend

Larry M.

2 years ago

Great Staff, Always has been a pleasure. They well respected in the community for their hospitality

Estonia S.

2 years ago

Really good food. Really good price!! Everyone was really nice and I tried some new food

Christie D.

3 years ago

great food! everything was delicious.

Shanel H.

16 years ago

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